Words with the letter U

The letter U is a vital vowel in Scrabble, worth 1 point, and it plays an essential role in forming a wide variety of words. Because it frequently appears after the letter Q, having a good grasp of U words is key for making the most of tricky tiles. Short words like up, us, and um are handy for quick plays and tight board spaces, while longer words such as unit, usage, and unique can help rack up points when placed on premium squares. The flexibility of U allows you to connect different parts of the board and form parallel words efficiently.

Strategically, U is best used when paired with consonants like Q, L, and N to create high-scoring words. Knowing common letter combinations such as qu, un, and ul can help you build words quickly and extend existing ones. The letter U also works well in suffixes and prefixes like -ure, -ous, and un-, giving you more options to maximize your points. While U might seem simple, mastering its placement is essential to maintaining a balanced rack and enhancing your overall Scrabble strategy.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
trifurcated	19	19
trifurcates	18	18
trifurcating	22	22
trifurcation	20	20
trifurcations	21	21
trilingual	16	16
trilingually	21	21
trillium	14	14
trilliums	15	15
trimerous	13	13
trinitrotoluene	19	19
trinkums	17	17
trinocular	16	16
trinucleotide	20	20
trinucleotides	21	21
trismus	11	11
trismuses	13	13
tristful	13	13
tristfully	18	18
tristfulness	18	18
tristimulus	17	17
trisubstituted	20	20
trisulfide	16	16
trisulfides	17	17
triticum	15	15